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Bio Packaging Technician 2nd Shift 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Zoetis
On-site
Lincoln, NE
Operations

Role Summary

Bio Packaging Technician (2nd Shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm) in Lincoln, NE. Work as part of a team operating biological packaging lines. Operate packaging equipment and related tasks, and maintain accurate documentation of all tasks. Maintain a positive attitude and good attendance while collaborating with others.

Responsibilities

  • Record Keeping and Documentation
    • Maintain and complete accurate records (timecards, batch records, logbooks, etc.).
  • Equipment
    • Operate assigned equipment, i.e., PLC controlled packaging line, vision system, etc.
    • Clean production equipment and facilities.
    • Set-up/ disassemble production equipment.
    • Operate specific in-process devices associated with the equipment.
    • Operate material handling devices, electric pallet jack, manual pallet jacks, and hi-lifts.
    • Apply the metric system to assigned process calculations.
  • SOPs / cGMPs
    • Follow all SOPs/cGMPs applicable to the area.
    • Apply proper housekeeping techniques.
    • Follow proper dress and secondary gowning policy.
  • Safety
    • Practice good safety techniques in the manufacturing area, including lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
    • Read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs).
    • Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required per SOPs, i.e. safety shoes, safety glasses, respirators, gloves, hearing protection, etc.
  • Decision Making
    • Delegate questionable issues upward.
    • Follow directions either written, or oral.
    • Know when to stop the process for anomalies.
    • Learn to identify "out-of-spec" material.
  • Process
    • Familiar with production/ process flow.
    • Know proper staging and storage location for supplies and equipment.
    • Learn key terminology associated with Biological Manufacturing.
  • Communications
    • Communicate effectively with peers and supervisor.
    • Apply appropriate communication techniques for teamwork.
  • Personal Computer Skills
    • Perform PC tasks.

Education

  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications

  • Required: Language skills - able to read and interpret procedures.
  • Required: Math Skills - ability to apply general math skills.
  • Required: Has a basic understanding of mechanical skills and has used various hand tools.
  • Required: Meets the physical requirements of the job.
  • Preferred: Technical school certificate, or 1-2 yrs. college.
  • Preferred: Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Preferred: Experience with vision systems and robotic fillers.
  • Preferred: Knowledge of PC using Windows based applications.

Skills

  • Perform PC tasks.

Additional Requirements

  • Physical demands: Prolonged standing; routine lifting 20-40 lbs, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs; ability to work flexible hours and overtime; ability to move up and down stairs/ladders.
  • Work Environment: Exposure to cleaning chemicals, product dust/particulate, and loud noise.